Ready for a Tokyo adventure? This is a wonderful blend of the old and new that Tokyo has to offer. It's the perfect one-day tour to see Tokyo's past, present, and future. There's something in it for everyone. (This is a fixed itinerary.) Asakusa (a Buddhist temple, a Shinto shrine and shopping streets), Odaiba(a 20-year old human-made island with futuristic buildings. Beautiful views of Tokyo skyline.)The Imperial Palace: former samurai castle. Shibuya : a good vantage point of the crossing.
Central Tokyo, Haneda Airport, Yokohama, or some hotels in Kawasaki. If you stay in other area, we will meet at Central Tokyo.
Please select "a short walk in Odaiba" "visit the Imperial Palace East Garden" or "Shibuya Sky Observatory Deck"
Sensoji Buddhist Temple, Asakusa Shinto Shrine and Nakamise shopping street
Ghibli Clock. Observatory deck in a tall building.
Japanese, Italian, Udon noodle or fast food. Food allergies or restrictions = advance notice required.
A scenic train ride around Tokyo Bay and Odaiba. Odaiba is a 20-year old man-made island with futuristic buildings. Beautiful views of the Rainbow Bridge and the Tokyo skyline. We can ride the entire length of the train to see the 2020 Olympic venues if we have enough time.
Used to be a samurai castle. Let's talk about the samurai and Japan's Imperial family! I If you want to visit the East Garden, let me know beforehand.
Tour ends at Shibuya. No hotel drop-off for this tour.
This is a quick tour which doesn't allow us to linger.
A one-hour extension allows more time for shopping or photo opps in Asakusa, the Imperial Palace or Odaiba.
JR Shibuya Station
Perfect tour for people of all ages!
Plenty of scenic spots and photo opps.
= Asakusa : a traditional town which features temples, shrines, and shopping streets.
= Odaiba: a 20-year old man-made island with futuristic buildings. Beautiful views of the Rainbow Bridge and the Tokyo skyline.
= The Imperial Palace: used to be a samurai castle We'll talk about the samurai there.
= Shibuya : a good vantage point of the busiest crossing in the world.
Guide fee
1. Tour extension 5,000JPY/hour
2. The following are PAID IN CASH on the day/s of the tour.
= Transportation (you & guide) = approx. 1,500JPY/person (you and the guide)
= Lunch / food / drink (you & guide)
3. Optional = Shibuya Sky Observatory Deck (Entrance = 2,000JPY/ person the guide has a pass for it.)
Multiple-day bookings are encouraged. I might have greater flexibility in opening closed slots in this case. Let's talk about it. Send me a message! :‑)
MORE INFO:
= We use public transportation (train, subway, bus and/or taxi) in my tours as it's the best way to see the city.
= A custom tour = Please book at least SIX HOURS = 50,000JPY
= The meet-up time marks the official start of the tour.
= Hotel pick-ups = only in Central Tokyo, Yokohama, and a few hotels in Kawasaki.
= Four-hour tours available = Tokyo, Harajuku & Shibuya, Odaiba, Shinjuku, Ueno, Yokohama, and antique flea market. Please check out the corresponding tour pages.
{1} Asakusa and the Imperial Palace requires us to be on foot for about an hour (flat terrain). . {2} We'll take a taxi from Shimbashi Station to the Imperial Palace as it saves time and energy. (approx. 900JPY/car). . {3} Lunch: a Japanese restaurant which has a great view of Tokyo Bay. Alternatively, we could have a quick lunch at an udon cafe.
No hotel drop off.
Lunch: a Japanese restaurant is recommended. It has a great view of Tokyo Bay view. We can make special arrangements for those who have food restrictions at different restaurants. (Advance notice is required.)
Toshi spent 12 hours with us and did a wonderful job orienting us to Tokyo. We changed our itinerary and she was very flexible. We really enjoyed our time with her
Thank you very much for your wonderful review, Neha. I am truly delighted to hear that you had a positive experience exploring Tokyo together. I appreciate your kind words about my flexibility in accommodating your itinerary changes. Hope to see you again.
If you're looking for a customized tour, reach out to Toshi. She was flexible, organized, and very pleasant company. I had a day to myself in Tokyo while my husband was at a conference. I booked a custom tour with Toshi, and am so glad that I did! Our trip was at the tail end of cherry blossom season, so weren't seeing very many blossoms near our hotel. Toshi took me to the Shinjuku Gyoen Garden where there were other varieties in full bloom. It was beautiful! I'm an artist and had scouted out a couple of art supply stores before our trip. Toshi advised which ones would be feasible to visit during our timeframe, and then offered suggestions of other things we could do/see in the area near the shops. We saw some 'hidden gems', including a local Shinto shrine, Godzilla, and Omoide Yokocho. Toshi was constantly sharing information about the area and its history as we explored. She made sure I was comfortable, filled the role of interpreter, and ensured I had a great day. Thank you, Toshi!
Arigato, Annie! I also had a wonderful time with you. So glad that we managed to hit the places you wanted to visit - shopping, cherry blossoms and sightseeing. Please come back here in late November to see the fall foliage. I'm sure it will give you a lot of inspiration for your paintings. Hope to see you again.
We arranged to meet Toshi at the station and were immediately put at ease after meeting Toshi. Her knowledge and English were excellent and we experienced many aspects of Yokohama. We enjoyed a Chinese lunch (inexpensive) in China Town followed by a taxi ride to Sankeien Gardens. Again Toshi had very good knowledge of the most interesting aspects of the garden . In summary, we can highly recommend Toshi to provide an excellent private tour of Yokohama.
Thank you, Peter! It was a pleasure meeting you and your wife. Yokohama is one of my favorite places as the bay area is postcard pretty. Yokohama being historically significant yet considered a trend setter makes it very interesting to many visitors. Take care and I hope to tour you to other places in the future!
We highly recommend Toshi. We asked for a customized tour for me and wife. A tour that would match our preferences and abilities. Toshi planned and executed just the right tour for us. She even adjusted it on the fly when needed. Toshi proved to be a knowledgeable guide well versed in the history of Japan in general and Tokyo in particular. She is also great fun to spend time with.
Thank you very much, Ami! I'm truly delighted to have you here in Tokyo. We were able to see a variety of places in one day. Our day began with a sense of reverence at Meiji-jingu Shrine. At Harajuku, we witnessed the vibrant fashion trends among the youth. Asakusa provided us with a unique blend of traditional charm and bustling energy. The Imperial Palace stood majestically beside the business district. Tokyo is full of surprises, isn't it? I sincerely hope you continue your Japanese adventure filled with joy and excitement. Enjoy the rest of your Japan adventure! Please take care of yourself.